Mission accomplished for Arsenal as Nwaneri screamer seals comeback

There is a slight worry for Mikel Arteta in that goalkeeper David Raya missed the tie through injury and his replacement Norberto Neto had a disastrous debut. However, Arsenal seem quietly confident Raya will be available to face Manchester City. 

JOB DONE: Arsenal have progressed straight to the last-16 of the Champions League. Pic: AP Photo, Ian Walton

Champions League: Girona 1-2 Arsenal 

MISSION ACCOMPLISHED for Arsenal as manager Mikel Arteta managed to rest key players and secure the victory that secured a third-place finish in the first phase of the new 36-team Champions League format. They can now approach Sunday’s more significant Premier League visit feeling more confident and powerful against a badly bruised Manchester City.